Older People & Physical Disabilities Social Worker
London Borough of Lambeth are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Social Worker to join their Older People & Physical Disabilities team, offering an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and organised service. As well as joining a supportive team, our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills, and potential progression within your team. This role will be for an initial 3–6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.
Responsibilities include:
• Carrying out Care Act assessments for older people and adults with physical disabilities and their carers
• Undertaking strengths-based and person-centred assessments
• Care management and support planning
• Designing and reviewing care packages to meet eligible needs
• Managing a varied caseload of service users
• Making recommendations for short-term, reablement, and long-term care, including residential placements where appropriate
• Supporting service users with self-directed support and personal budgets
• Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including health professionals and community services
• Safeguarding vulnerable adults and promoting independence and wellbeing
Experience preferred:
• Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker within Older People and/or Physical Disabilities services in the UK Social Care industry
Minimum Requirements:
• Registration with Social Work England (SWE)
• Minimum of 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:
• Your own personal consultant
• Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
• DBS and Compliance Service
• Quick and Easy Registration Process
• Access to CPD
• Guaranteed weekly payment
To discuss this Qualified Social Worker – Older People & Physical Disabilities position, or any similar vacancies we currently have available in London Borough of Lambeth, please contact Sydnee Hannam or email your updated CV today